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About the opportunity:

We're looking for a skilled Business Analyst - Digital Transformation to help shape the future of geoscience data in South Australia. Based within the Geological Survey of South Australia (GSSA), this role supports digital transformation projects linked to the South Australian Resources Information Gateway (SARIG) Core Intelligence Program. You'll play a key part in improving how geoscience data is accessed and used, enhancing the capabilities of South Australia's Drill Core Library. If you enjoy analysing business needs, improving processes, and delivering digital solutions that make a real impact, this is your chance to contribute to cutting-edge developments in geoscience.

About us:

The Department for Energy and Mining (DEM) leads the global transformation economy, overseeing the responsible mining and production of the minerals, metals and fuels of the future, to safely and sustainably generate the energy and low carbon products of the future.

Our low-cost power, leading regulation system and culture of innovation is leading to the decarbonisation of industry, new modern manufacturing opportunities, increased employment and greater prosperity and security for the people of South Australia.

The Geological Survey of South Australia (GSSA), is a globally recognised geoscience group delivering geological research, programs, and data and information, as well as managing the South Australian Drill Core Library and collaborating with researchers, other government agencies, universities and industry on technical innovation and science.

Key Selection Criteria:

Please only address the dot points listed below in your application

Proven experience analysing strategic business needs, processes and systems and working with business areas and ICT experts to develop and deliver appropriate business practices, operational policies and ICT solutions.

Proven experience in providing expert advisory and consultancy services to senior management, including analysing quantitative and qualitative data, and the preparation of analysis reports, briefing papers and submissions.

Demonstrated well developed interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills to develop and manage strategic networks, present complex concepts clearly, prepare expert documents and influence and effectively negotiate significant, sensitive and complex outcomes and deliverables.

Ability to think strategically, conceptually and creatively, and to analyse and resolve complex business problems, at both strategic and operational levels, and recommend effective and efficient solutions.

Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of people, understand customers' issues and problems and building productive working relationships with peers, other work colleagues and stakeholders.

Qualifications:

Desirable: Tertiary qualifications in Computer Science, Information Technology or related discipline

Remuneration:

ASO7 salary range $108,109 - $116,864 per annum + superannuation

Full-time role, working 37.5 hours per week

Special Conditions:

This is a contract/term vacancy up to 30 June 2026.

Enquiries:

Christie Gerrard
Manager, Geoscience Information & Delivery
08 8429 2586
[email protected]

Application Instructions:

Applicants are required to submit a curriculum vitae and written application of no more than two pages, demonstrating their suitability for the role by addressing the key selection criteria above. Applicants are to include the name, address and contact number of three current referees, one being your current line manager.

All applicants are required to complete and submit the Employment Declaration.

Applications close: 21/04/2025 11:00 PM